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Timing traps multi-board member
The country's most elected local government politician, Warren Flaunty, has struck a problem - how to be in two places at once.

Fake advert aims to deter boy racers
Boy-racers responding to an advertisement for a car heard how the 'owner' crashed and killed a child, as part of an anti-street racing campaign.

Falling crossbar crushes boy's face
A mother is calling for a city council to take action after a falling football goal crossbar broke all but one bone in her son's face.

Dying days: An insider's diary of the end of a political career
Scott Campbell shares an insider's view of John Banks' mayoral campaign.

Plan to chase leavers as school ends
A new national service looks ready to start next year to make sure every 16 or 17-year-old ends up in work or training after leaving school.

New Wellington mayor hails 'amazing' victory
Wellington's new mayor Celia Wade-Brown says the closeness of her victory over Kerry Prendergast highlights the need for inclusiveness.

Prendergast will miss 'best job in the world'
The Green Party's Celia Wade-Brown has ousted Kerry Prendergast as Wellington mayor after the counting of special votes was completed this afternoon.